Direct-attached storage (DAS) environments have traditionally been unable to share
storage between servers and storage enclosures, resulting in lower utilization and
creating “islands” of storage. The LSI® SAS 6160 6Gb/s SAS Switch enables shared
DAS, letting multiple servers connect to one or more storage systems with up to
1,000 devices. Also compatible with SATA devices, the LSI SAS 6160 Switch is designed
for small and medium business (SMB) and other environments seeking a unified storage
strategy without the high costs of traditional SAN infrastructure.

Share DAS between multiple servers for greater availability and utilization

The SAS6160 Switch power supply is universal, supporting from 100 to 240 VAC @ 50 or 60 Hz. The switch always includes a domestic US power cord. Power cords with an IEC320 C5 connector and appropriate wire gauge may be substituted, subject to local agency approvals, to support alternate power connections.

LSI and Chelsio work together to extend the benefits of SAS to existing IP based storage networks

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Sep 01, 2012

Academic Computing Solution Brief

Delivering data to harried administrators and classroom teachers alike at the fastest possible rate for the least possible cost is the dilemma faced by every school system IT team. Now, with the help of LSI storage technologies currently on the market, it is possible to use existing infrastructure for up to 13X better performance with a minimal investment.